Cadillac CTS vehicles from the 2003-2007 model years, possibly including CTS vehicles sold in Buffalo, have been found to have a defect that may lead to accident and injury. As a result, GM has issued a recall for an undetermined number of these vehicles.
It has been found that some CTS vehicles have a front brake issue. Specifically, a hose fitting at the caliper on the front brake may corrode when exposed to road salt contained in water or snow. This may lead to a leak where the hose attaches to the front brake, causing an increase in the distance needed to stop when the brakes are applied. This, in turn, increases the potential for accidents.
This recall is apparently going to be specific to CTS vehicles currently registered or originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Washington, D.C.
As a result, Buffalo area CTS owners may be affected and should determine whether their vehicles need repair. The recall is expected to begin in May. If your vehicle does need repair, dealers will be replacing the parts for free. CTS owners may reach Cadillac at 866-982-2339 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s hot line at 888-327-4236 with any questions.
If you have been injured because a defective auto part caused an accident and have questions, please feel free to call my office at 716-542-5444. We would be happy to help you.
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